English Explanatory Dictionary

problem play

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A form of drama that emerged in the 19th century as part of realism, dealing with contentious social issues through debates between the characters on stage, who typically represent conflicting points of view within a realistic social context.

Word forms

problem play problem plays
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